tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54778189729669477242024-02-19T07:04:49.436-08:00Tales from the Mouse HouseAngela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-61410312320086060822013-02-25T08:22:00.002-08:002013-02-25T08:22:55.345-08:00Fibrecraft Week 3.I'm now on week 3 of my course and looking forward to class tomorrow. These posts are my visual diary.<br />
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We played at blending coloured Merino Fibres to create more variety.<br />
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It's so good to learn a new technique and I'm already starting to see some directions I would like to explore.<br />
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It's wonderful to work with 'resists' and create a small piece of work. This was part of the work in last weeks class.<br />
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This week we are playing with dyes, should be interesting and 'colourful'.............<br />
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xox Angela.<br />
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<br />Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-29722151339921704252013-02-10T08:55:00.000-08:002013-02-10T08:55:39.947-08:00and so to felt!!I love to learn new skills and have always admired the beautiful Nuno Felt scarves that I see in galleries and boutiques.<br />
On a visit to a Creative Crafts show recently I came across a course to learn the art of Felting. I was so inspired by the students work and also by the tutor Gill Burbidge that I decided to enrol.<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Last Tuesday was my first session and I really enjoyed it. How nice to spend an afternoon feeling lots of different fibres...</span><br />
and learning about !!!Sheep!!!<br />
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There were sheep in the fields as I drove down the motorway some with tiny new lambs, so now I'll be soon able to identify them..<br />
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We don't see these in Somerset but aren't they beautiful....<br />
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I'm starting work on my portfolio...I've bought some Olive oil soap and wool tops so I'm ready for my next class.<br />
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<br />Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-46369334434708234752012-09-26T08:40:00.002-07:002012-09-26T08:40:20.447-07:00Rachel, my Pilgrim Doll"The Pilgrim Fathers set sail from Plymouth in Devon for the New World in 1620. They arrived at what is now known as Cape Cod on 9th of November.<br />
They didn't land for another month, embarking eventually in New Plymouth."<br />
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Rachel was one of those early settlers.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have visited Plymouth here in Devon many times, it is a thrivng city with lots of history.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">I made Rachel and I'm so pleased with her.</span></div>
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It's been a busy week as I'm preparing all my kits for my classes at Festival of Quilts.</div>
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this is the sample for the kits, yet another version...</div>
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I do so love this image and loved working in just shades of white.<br />
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I used two shades of thread, white and cream and some white silk ribbon.<br />
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The kits are all finished now and ready to go.<br />
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Have a great week.<br />
xox Angela.<br />
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<br />Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-34706099470672459822012-06-10T09:58:00.000-07:002012-06-10T09:58:02.205-07:00Sneak preview.It's just a small space but it's all mine!!<br />
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I'm opening my very own booth in this fabulous space.<br />
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It's in ''The Old Salerooms'' In Wellington which has recently been given a new life as an Antiques, Interiors and Coffee Shop.<br />
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I have a very small corner to sell my wares,<br />
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xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-15061724485542734232012-05-12T08:14:00.000-07:002016-12-09T08:34:57.045-08:00Morning walks and a Ha Ha.I try to walk for at least 30 minutes every morning but with all the rain we've been having lately it's not always easy.<br />
However this morning, the skies are blue and the sun is shining so I'm making the most of it.<br />
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Today I walked around Wellington Park, a beautiful Grade II listed green space in the town.<br />
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Spring is a little late this year due to all the bad weather so these trees are just coming into leaf.<br />
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Fox Bros &Co were wool manufacturers in Wellington and still have a site today.</div>
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xox Angela.</div>
Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-60111986354771288672012-02-18T09:24:00.000-08:002012-02-18T09:24:43.465-08:00Piano updateFriday was such a beautiful day, it had a hint of spring, sunny, mild and with the birds singing I walked again around The Dartington Estate.<br />
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Then a brisk walk up to the top of the garden and a visit to one of 'Henry Moores' famous reclining ladies.<br />
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She has her back to this wonderful vista.<br />
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My brother is working on a grand piano belonging to the estate that will be used in this years Summer Music School.<br />
He is spending a lot of time restoring the veneer on the case which was covered with black paint.<br />
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After stripping it back he is mixing different colour pigments into French Polish and is able to recreate the original look.<br />
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The lid can give the idea of how it should look.<br />
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It should be finished by the end of March, then I'll show you the final result.<br />
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Hope you are having a peaceful weekend<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-20990505436459426742012-01-29T07:19:00.000-08:002012-01-29T07:19:51.987-08:00An English Mouse.Meet Minnie, she lives below stairs at Downton Abbey. As a ladies maid she loves all the finery that her mistress wears so, on Sunday, her day off, she dresses in her own best outfit to go to the village church.<br />
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She is the first of my English Mice and I've loved making her and telling you a bit about her life.<br />
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Look out for more and meanwhile pop over to <a href="http://www.theenglishromantic.blogspot.com/">The English Romantic</a> to see the progress on <br />
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Have a great week.<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-30960775062425148042012-01-13T08:58:00.000-08:002012-01-13T08:58:07.808-08:00A new life for a piano.I paid a visit to my brother who is working restoring a grand piano for Dartington Hall.<br />
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He is a true master craftsman who can totally transform both the case and the sound of these beautiful instruments. <br />
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I'm going to follow the progress of this piano and I'll be showing you more in later posts.<br />
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The workshop is part of the beautiful Dartington Estate.<br />
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As I went into the garden there was the beautiful scent of Myrtle, famous for being part of Queen Victorias wedding bouquet and which has also been part if every Royal brides wedding flowers ever since.<br />
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Here's some more of the flowers that were out today...<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xox Angela.</div>Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-49845944515515727282011-11-24T06:25:00.000-08:002011-11-24T06:25:47.689-08:00Bed room turnaround so Sleep tight.I'm showing you some more of my cottage today as I have finally got round to giving my bedroom a new look. I can't show you before as I forgot to take pictures, but here it is now.<br />
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This is the quilt that I always use in winter. It has organic cotton wadding, so is a lovely weight.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My pretty little chest, covered in roses, ( you realise now, I love anything with roses, ) above it a picture that was my Mothers favourite.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-28040207214952365492011-11-12T08:58:00.000-08:002011-11-12T08:58:09.150-08:00A Foggy Day in London.My feet ache as I've walked for miles .............<br />
Yesterday I met my daughter at London Bridge so that we could wander around Borough Market. It is a twice weekly market that is full of fabulous food from wonderful Artisans who travel from all over the UK and even from France with their wonderful wares.<br />
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I bought lots of bread and cheese, for my supper and Oh! just a small piece of cake.............<br />
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Then back out of the market with a delicious hot duck sandwich and more walking.<br />
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It was a very mild day but quite gloomy.<br />
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We walked along the Embankment and had a glass of wine sitting watching the Thames and all it's river traffic, then home with tired and sore feet.<br />
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Today was just for shopping!!!!!<br />
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I caught a bus to Stratford, home of the 2012 Olympic Village.<br />
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I've bought clothes, <br />
had my eyebrows threaded,<br />
had my nails buffed,<br />
bought shoes,<br />
and had some makeup applied.( bought some too,)<br />
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I had some fabulous Indian Street Food for lunch, followed later with two scoops of Italian Gelato for desert.<br />
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I'm home now with all my purchases, I'll be a new woman!!!<br />
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Time to sit and watch 'Strictly Come Dancing', <br />
What a great Saturday, hope yours was too.<br />
xox, Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-24567467073069815952011-11-10T05:19:00.000-08:002011-11-10T05:19:15.402-08:00Walk around Walthamstow.My son and his family live in Walthamstow in Londons East End.<br />
There are lots of fabulous Victorian buildings mixed into a modern, vibrant, busy community. I love to walk and see the different cultures going about there daily lives amongst the very English streets.<br />
One of my favourite walks goes past a wonderful old church. <br />
Part of it's graveyard is modern and well kept and the rest is decaying beautifully.<br />
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It is a quiet and peaceful place in the midst of the city hubbub.<br />
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Round the corner is a great bakery that sells my favourite custard tarts, so I'm of for one of those and a coffee.<br />
I'll show you more of London tomorrow.<br />
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xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-64073409569926960872011-10-29T08:30:00.000-07:002011-10-29T08:30:39.579-07:00A peek at the Mouse House.After weeks of stitching and making I'm taking a little time to do some jobs at home.....<br />
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Today it was a lovely mild Autumn morning with blue skies and a breeze.<br />
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This is a very neglected garden so I'll be getting some ground work done over the winter.<br />
I'll keep you in touch with my progress.<br />
I'm also working on the inside of the cottage to really make it home.<br />
I hope you'll keep me company as I go so watch out for more posts.<br />
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Happy weekend,<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-11767480080357002942011-10-18T09:00:00.000-07:002011-10-18T09:00:02.993-07:00The Mice are back!You may have been wondering where I have been hiding lately. I haven't forgotten my blogging friends but I have been so busy with teaching and making that my poor blog has been badly neglected.<br />
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In a few weeks time I will be able to spend some time on my house and garden, I can't wait!!!<br />
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But, first I have to be ready for '<a href="http://www.cowslipworkshops.co.uk/">Christmas Crafts@Cowslip'</a> I'll be taking lots of prim makes and also a selection of my Mice.<br />
I made my first mouse some time ago from a <a href="http://www.softinthehead.com/">pattern</a> from the fabulous Pamela at 'Soft in the Head'. I am truly awed by her amazing talent and her wonderful humour. You may know that she is ill at the moment and I am wishing her a speedy recovery. Check out her blog too, you'll love it.<br />
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Here are my girls.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They have yet to be named, suggestions please!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I promise not to neglect my Mouse House for too much longer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'll be showing you the work on my house and garden as I go along but first more work to do that fair is only four weeks away!!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xox Angela.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-66435444332355187552011-08-24T08:23:00.000-07:002011-08-24T08:23:58.882-07:00Cinnamon Sisters.Here come the girls!<br />
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I've worked on these today ready for my winter fairs. A girl likes to get ahead!!!!<br />
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These sweet little Cinnamon Sisters are quick and easy to make.<br />
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I've put them to bed now in a pretty box layered with Orange peel slices and Cinnamon.<br />
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I finished the other candlestick with a pumpkin shaped Pin keep, well it started out as an apple but got lost along the way. I like it though and will be making more.<br />
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I've had an idea for a covered box, if it works I'll show you next time.<br />
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Have a great day.<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-42045066623197501972011-08-19T10:05:00.000-07:002011-08-19T10:05:55.411-07:00Little bird.Just a short distance from my home is a company that weaves the most beautiful wool and flannel fabrics. I have driven past many timed since moving here and thought I should pop in and see the fabric.<br />
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Today was the day and it was amazing.<br />
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The company <a href="http://www.foxflannel.com/">Fox Brothers</a> has been making cloth since 1772.<br />
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I carefully cut out a little bird from the wool and here she is. A little pin keep!<br />
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The history of Fox Brothers is really interesting so have a look on there website. meanwhile I have a little more fabric to play with.<br />
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Have a great weekend.<br />
xox Angela.<br />
Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-33644984945645474422011-08-06T09:09:00.000-07:002011-08-06T09:09:53.876-07:00The Chimney SweepMy cottage dates back to the 1500's and is still primitive in some ways. I have an open fire in my sitting room so, preparing for next winter I got the Chimney Sweep to call.<br />
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My daughter and my grandsons were visiting so it was a new experience for these 'modern' boys.<br />
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On one of our days out we visited Coldharbour Mill which is near my home, It is a working museum showing how wool was spun into yarn and then woven into fabric. We learnt alot from the very knowledgeable volunteers who work the old machines.<br />
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Upstair is an exhibition shows rooms from the Second World War era. Having being born shortly after the end of the war it was nostalgic for me as my home as a child was very similar.<br />
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Have a great weekend,<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-76134605871206580032011-07-27T10:08:00.000-07:002011-07-27T10:08:14.800-07:00Sewing box makeover.I found this little sewing table in a charity shop and could see it would look great with a few tweeks.<br />
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The first thing to do was to treat the woodworm, then give the whole thing a good clean.<br />
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Next two coats of my favourite Annie Sloane paint in Country Grey. I like this colour as it has a lovely vintage look when it is rubbed down and waxed.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Enjoy the rest of your week.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xox Angela.</div>Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-8925521932996788812011-07-22T09:09:00.000-07:002011-07-22T09:09:15.908-07:00New makes and junk shop finds.I been out looking in the local junk shops looking for country style pieces for my kitchen.<br />
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They're sitting on my table which has a quilt on top made with 'Prairie Moon' fabrics and with a Churn Dash block.<br />
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I finished a little pin keep and a 'Keepsafe' pouch today, I'm trying to use all my own designs at the moment so these were just an experiment.<br />
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Tomorrow I need to finish curtains, very boring, I'd rather be creating.<br />
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Keep busy and thanks for dropping by.<br />
Hugs,<br />
Angela.xAngela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-13785992543373746262011-07-21T09:00:00.000-07:002011-07-21T09:00:18.770-07:00Take a peek at my Mouse House.I've been here for nearly three weeks and it's been busy, busy, busy. So much to do! <br />
This is a very old cottage with thick walls and low ceilings. I love to imagine all the different people who may have lived here.<br />
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The afternoon tea stand was my Grandma's.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This door leads to the stairs, you can see Pansy sitting there.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The other door leads to the sitting room, if you are over 6ft tall you have to duck so you don't hit your head.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBH4KeI174RQhXfc5smwzlY6hwAaEFkoGDXCeQ5zQ9tf5_a6fBgndx7akl95fMTF0VB31I-GjTd5RJvzZWiAI-paXs5MIyCOPUx0v8yS0jHagRm7aQ8eZVtn_U96AGNLcTWAlkjuUgN0vi/s1600/DSC01793.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBH4KeI174RQhXfc5smwzlY6hwAaEFkoGDXCeQ5zQ9tf5_a6fBgndx7akl95fMTF0VB31I-GjTd5RJvzZWiAI-paXs5MIyCOPUx0v8yS0jHagRm7aQ8eZVtn_U96AGNLcTWAlkjuUgN0vi/s320/DSC01793.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's one of my appliqued pictures from 2004, this is called The Potting Shed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love this little corner. It will be a while until I am finished properly unpacking.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Some things are 'lost' since the move but I'm sure they will reappear as I sort each room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">XOX Angela.</div>Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-1445046068525008712011-07-15T00:51:00.000-07:002011-07-15T00:51:01.082-07:00Prim Needlekeeps.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm all moved house still in a bit of a muddle but needed to do some stitching.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Lots more flowers on my Etsy too.<br />
You'll find the link on my side bar.<br />
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Have fun today.<br />
xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-53972931383671070372011-06-19T09:44:00.000-07:002011-06-19T10:01:20.098-07:00Moving to my own little 'Mouse House'.I'm all packed up and almost ready to go.<br />
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Now that my grandson has left home to have an independent life I have decided to make a move myself.<br />
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I've been sorting out rubbish and filling boxes, why oh why do I have so much stuff. <br />
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I live in an apartment which is lovely but I really miss having a garden.<br />
I am limited to a pot of Sweet Peas on the balcony and a hanging basket with a tomato plant in it.<br />
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Now is the time to make a choice just for me so when I found this delightful cottage in Somerset I was so excited.<br />
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I've just a couple of weeks to wait. <br />
As soon as I arrive I need to sort out my workspace for <a href="http://www.mydesertcottage.blogspot.com/">Karens</a> blog party on July 14th, don't miss it.<br />
I'll be showing you the inside as soon as I can.<br />
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Meanwhile I'm off to London for a week to help look after my grandaughter during the birth of her new baby sister.(pop over to my other <a href="http://www.theenglishromantic.blogspot.com/">blog</a> for news on that).<br />
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I'm certainly busy for the next few weeks but I'll keep posting to keep you up to date.<br />
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xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-31882118354626001362011-06-05T09:54:00.000-07:002011-06-05T09:54:08.833-07:00All at sea.The coastline where I live is very beautiful, so at the beginning of the summer, I like to take a boat trip so that I can see it from the sea.<br />
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At the end of the war she was de-commissioned and along with many other similar boats was auctioned off and turned into a pleasure boat.<br />
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It was all aboard for the hour and fifteen minute trip along the South Devon Coastline to Dartmouth.<br />
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This is the mouth of the Dart with its ancient Medieval Castles guarding the entrance.<br />
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Then it was back to the boat for a leisurely cruise home.<br />
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I got back tired and hungry and a little sunburned on my nose and find a parcel by my door. <br />
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Forget being tired,,,, forget the sunburn,,,, eat later,,,, but first open the parcel!<br />
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I had admired a beautiful tag that she had made and was delighted and honoured when I received an email asking for my address so she could send it to me.<br />
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I guess you want to see inside the box,,,, like me you can't wait!<br />
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Well here's what was inside.<br />
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It doesn't end there......<br />
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I feel really spoiled. Julia, you'll never know how much your gift has meant to me. I've had a few ups and downs lately and your gift has cheered me up so much. Thank you.<br />
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Check out Julias blog <a href="http://www.vintagewithlaces.blogspot.com/">Vintage with Laces</a> you'll love it!<br />
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Hope you all, have a great week,<br />
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xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-14437116139135210392011-05-28T05:33:00.000-07:002011-05-28T05:33:04.591-07:00Coffee time.It's a cloudy Saturday, so what nicer than a days stitching. But to stitch sucessfully a girl needs refreshment. Today was just the day to bake some apple and sultana scones.<br />
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Mixed and ready to roll with my Great Grandmothers' rolling pin.<br />
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Baked and ready to eat whilst still warm from the oven. All I need now is a pretty china cup and saucer..........<br />
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Hope you all get your own quiet five minutes too.<br />
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XOX Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5477818972966947724.post-58221225574841232552011-05-26T01:10:00.000-07:002011-05-26T01:10:38.140-07:00Tough Love.My posting has been sporadic lately as I have been struggling with myself over which way to go.<br />
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I have brought up my Grandson since he was a baby. He was diagnosed with ADHD when he was seven years old and has always been a challenge.<br />
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We have had some wonderful experiences as he is a talented dancer and has appeared in many Ballet productions over the years and has even danced in Londons' West end.<br />
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As he has moved into adulthood he seems to have lost his way and has been very difficult to live with.<br />
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It's heartbreaking to watch someone you love very much as they make decisions that hold them back so I have had to give some .........<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXHaZ2J6ZkKZFKcXxKDhOnT0vaXBDDlNOOpGQBr0ilybdTfBHSEnNayz-S37usi7MvVfJLFYhC0520U238dO01NbFDnJCbxrJqW4DBV0rnBeadSExiyhLsN0QvocevQtjB0NZMdbDVzQ6y/s1600/ToughLove.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXHaZ2J6ZkKZFKcXxKDhOnT0vaXBDDlNOOpGQBr0ilybdTfBHSEnNayz-S37usi7MvVfJLFYhC0520U238dO01NbFDnJCbxrJqW4DBV0rnBeadSExiyhLsN0QvocevQtjB0NZMdbDVzQ6y/s320/ToughLove.jpg" width="230" /></a></div>I am both sad and at the same time it's great not to feel stressed all the time. I can't believe I've done it, it's taken alot of heartache to get here.<br />
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I have been supported by my blogging which has sent me to visit you all. Your comments have given me strength without you even knowing so I thank you all.<br />
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It's a new start for my Grandson and a new start for me, I'm in the process of making some changes so watch this space.<br />
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xox Angela.Angela Richardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09916574471533631060noreply@blogger.com3